Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in nursing, preparing them for a career in the healthcare industry. The program is accredited by the Ministry of Education, UAE, and recognized by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Program Structure

The BSN program consists of eight semesters, with a total of 132 credits. The program includes a combination of theoretical and clinical courses, with a focus on developing critical thinking, communication, and clinical skills.

Course Description

The program includes a range of courses, including:

• General Education Courses (Please refer section 2.3.4)
• Foundations of Nursing 1 Theory (3-0 = 3)
• Foundations of Nursing 1 Practice (0-3 = 3)
• Anatomy (2-1 = 3)
• Physiology (2-1 = 3)
• Nutrition & Dietetics (2-0 = 2)
• Microbiology (2-1 = 3)
• Foundations of Nursing 2 Theory (3-0 = 3)
• Foundations of Nursing 2 Practice (0-3 = 3)
• Therapeutic Communication Skills (2-0 = 2)
• Health Assessment (2-1 = 3)
• Psychology (2-0 = 2)
• Human Biochemistry (2-1= 3)
• Pathophysiology (3-0= 3)
• Growth and Development throughout the lifespan (3-0= 3)
• Health Education and Promotion (2 - 0 = 2)
• Adult Health Nursing 1 Theory (3-0 = 3)
• Adult Health Nursing - 1 Practice (0-2 = 2)
• Pharmacology in Nursing (3-0= 3)
• Health Informatics & Artificial Intelligence (2-1= 3)
• Adult Health Nursing- 2 Theory (3-0 = 3)
• Adult Health Nursing 2 Clinical (0-3 = 3)
• Child Health Nursing- 1 Theory (1.5-0 = 1.5)
• Child Health Nursing- 1 Clinical (0-1.5 = 1.5)
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing - Theory (3-0 = 3)
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing - Clinical (0-2 = 2)
• Patient Safety and Infection Control (2-0 = 2)
• Child Health Nursing- 2 Theory (1.5-0 = 1.5)
• Child Health Nursing- 2 Clinical (0-1.5 = 1.5)
• Obstetric & Gynecological Nursing 1 Theory (1.5-0 = 1.5)
• Obstetric & Gynecological Nursing 1 Clinical (0-1.5 = 1.5)
• Adult Health Nursing- 3 Theory (3 - 0 = 3)
• Adult Health Nursing- 3 Clinical (0-3 = 3)
• Nursing Research methodology & Statistics (3-0 = 3)
• Obstetric & Gynaecological Nursing 2 Theory (1.5-0 = 1.5)
• Obstetric & Gynecological Nursing 2 Clinical (0-1.5 = 1.5)
• Critical Care Nursing- Theory (3-0 = 3)
• Critical Care Nursing- Clinical (0-3 = 3)
• Nursing Leadership and Management (2-1 = 3)
• Community Health Nursing -Theory (3-0 = 3)
• Community Health Nursing -Clinical (0-2 = 2)
• Clinical Practicum (0-7 = 7)
• New Trends and Professional ethics in Nursing (2-0 = 2)

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria for the BSN program include:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• English language proficiency
• Mathematics and science prerequisites

Program Outcomes

The BSN program is designed to produce graduates who are:

• Prepared to practice as professional nurses
• Able to provide high-quality patient care
• Equipped with critical thinking and communication skills
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Prepared to pursue advanced education in nursing

Research Areas

The program includes research areas such as:

• Nursing research methodology
• Statistics
• Evidence-based practice
• Healthcare quality improvement

Clinical Experience

The program includes clinical experience in a variety of settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Community health centers
• Long-term care facilities
• Rehabilitation centers

Accreditation

The BSN program is accredited by the Ministry of Education, UAE, and recognized by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.